Iván Guarnizo's mother spent 603 days in captivity during Colombia's armed conflict, leaving behind a diary of her experiences with captors.
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Iván Guarnizo's mother spent 603 days in captivity during Colombia's armed conflict, leaving behind a diary of her experiences with captors.
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Iván Guarnizo reflects on his mother’s death during the 2016 peace talks with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC-EP). She spent 603 days in captivity, documenting her experiences in a diary. Guarnizo reads her words while grappling with his grief. He seeks to understand how violence affected his family and the ongoing efforts for peace in Colombia. The film intertwines personal loss with the larger context of a nation in transition.
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- Meet Iván Guarnizo as he confronts his family's past.
- Find out about his mother's diary from captivity.
- See the impact of Colombia's conflict on personal lives.
- Follow the story of peace talks with FARC-EP.
Did You Know
- Iván Guarnizo's mother was held captive for 603 days.
- The film was released in 2021, the same year as the 5th anniversary of the peace agreement.
- Guarnizo's mother died during the peace talks with FARC-EP in 2016.
- The film has a duration of 96 minutes.
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Who directed the documentary 'On the Other Side'?
Iván Guarnizo directed the documentary 'On the Other Side'.
How long was Iván Guarnizo's mother held captive?
Iván Guarnizo's mother was held captive for 603 days.
What significant event coincided with the death of Iván Guarnizo's mother?
Iván Guarnizo's mother died during the 2016 peace talks with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC-EP).
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